Anduril Industries is a defense technology company with a mission to transform U.S. and allied military capabilities with advanced technology. By bringing the expertise, technology, and business model of the 21st century’s most innovative companies to the defense industry, Anduril is changing how military systems are designed, built and sold. Anduril’s family of systems is powered by Lattice OS, an AI-powered operating system that turns thousands of data streams into a realtime, 3D command and control center. As the world enters an era of strategic competition, Anduril is committed to bringing cutting-edge autonomy, AI, computer vision, sensor fusion, and networking technology to the military in months, not years.
ABOUT THE TEAM
The Manufacturing Production team is responsible for a wide range of activities that are crucial to the manufacturing process including operating equipment, assembling products, performing quality control checks, and maintaining a safe and efficient work environment.
ABOUT THE JOB
We are looking for a Production Technician to join our rapidly growing team in Santa Ana, CA. In this role, you will be responsible for assembly, integration, and testing of mechanical and electrical components in a R&D environment. If you are someone who is a highly motivated team player, willing to support a fast paced environment and detail oriented self starter with minimal oversight, then this role is for you!
WHAT YOU’LL DO
Follow detailed blueprints, schematics, wiring diagrams, and CAD models to assemble electronic and electro-mechanical systems
Use hand tools and power tools, including soldering equipment, to build and integrate components
Combine subsystems into larger, functioning avionics systems and ensure proper communication between integrated components
Maintain detailed records of assembly processes, test results, and issues encountered
Follow safety and ESD protocols in the workplace
Possibility for overtime and weekend shifts as needed
REQUIRED QUALIFICATIONS
2–4 years of experience in an ESD environment performing electrical and/or electro-mechanical assemblies (aerospace or electronics industry preferred)
Proficient with hand tools and test equipment such as multimeters, oscilloscopes, calipers, and specialized test boxes
Able to read and interpret technical drawings, blueprints, schematics, and wiring diagrams
Ability to effectively communicate (verbal and written) with engineering and production
Ability to rapidly adapt in a high-paced, challenging work environment
Must be a U.S. Person due to required access to U.S. export controlled information or facilities
PREFERRED QUALIFICATIONS
Experience working in an R&D setting
Demonstrated experience with avionics build, integration, and test
Perform validation and testing of electronic components using multimeters, oscilloscopes, network analyzers, and test racks
Demonstrated skills in low-level programming, soldering, harnessing, conformal coating, and staking
Electronic box assembly troubleshooting and writing detailed issue tickets for failures
Running functional checkouts, tests, and diagnosing issues
Testing and running RF systems
Loading firmware onto integrated digital systems
Running LabView scripts
PCBA integration and troubleshooting
Basic understanding of LEAN manufacturing principles
ADDITIONAL REQUIREMENTS
Willing to travel 15%
Willing to work assigned shift hours, overtime and weekends as needed. Estimated shift times: 1st shift: 7 AM - 3:30 PM; 2nd shift: 3 PM - 11:30 PM
Standing for long periods of time, climbing up and down ladders, bending, grasping, sitting, pulling, pushing, stooping, and stretching may be required to perform the functions of this position
Able to lift up to 25lbs. unassisted
US Hourly Range
Production Technician/Level 1: $25 - $33/hour
Production Technician/Level 2: $28 - $38/hour
Production Technician/Level 3: $33 - $43/hour
Your job level will be tailored to your individual qualifications, including your job-related…